Community members turned out October 23 in an attempt to move
the 9-11 memorial ﬂag to higher ground. Photo by Brian Miller

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SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO
Major Gen. Ronald Bailey, commander of the
1st Marine Division, was on hand at Marbella
Country Club October 20 when San Juan
Capistrano’s adopted battalion committee
held a formal “Mess Night” that raised more
than $1,500 to support the 1/11 Marines and
their families. The Mess Night, a longstanding tradition in the corps, featured fines levied
on the Marines and civilians alike for violations such as speaking out of turn, having bad
hair cuts, or even reading the two pages of
fineable infractions left at each place setting.
Also in attendance was the leader of the city’s
adopted 1/11, Lt. Col. James McDonough,
Assemblywoman Diane Harkey, and several
Capistrano city council members and community leaders. Retired Col. Jim Williams was
the emcee, or president, for the night.

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DANA POINT
A man driving an SUV drove over the curb,
across the grass and down the jetty rocks in
to the outer channel waters of the Dana Point
Harbor at 7:27 a.m. on October 24. The incident
happened in front of the Harbor Patrol Marine
Operations Substation at 25005 Dana Drive.
Apparently the driver continued driving straight
ahead instead of following the curve of the road.
The cause of the accident was inattention to
the road, said Lt. Roland Chacon of the Orange
County Sheriff’s Department. Alcohol was not a
factor and the driver was not cited, he said. The
car initially stopped only partially submerged
and the driver was able to climb out uninjured,
said Sgt. John Hollenbeck. As the tide rose the
vehicle went completely under but was pulled
back up the rocks by two tow trucks.

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What’s Up With...
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…Former
Superintendent Suing?

THE LATEST: Former Capistrano Unified
School District Superintendent James
Fleming is suing the school district, contending officials reneged on a promise to
pay his legal fees for political corruption
charges that were all dismissed.
Fleming and Assistant Superintendent
Susan McGill were indicted in 2007 for
allegedly using district resources to track
those behind an attempt to recall all seven
trustees. That recall ultimately failed but
Fleming resigned. In his Orange County
Superior Court lawsuit, he contends he
tendered his resignation on the promise
that the school district would pay his legal
expenses and provide him free lifetime
medical insurance.
Trustees later voted publicly to stop paying his legal bills.
The indictments and surrounding furor
set off a political chain of events that saw
two trustees recalled as a “reform” group
ultimately gained all seven seats on the
board. But two of those trustees were also
later recalled, after teachers called a threeday walkout over labor negotiations.
WHAT’S NEXT: No hearing has been
scheduled. In correspondence to the district, Fleming’s attorney contends the former educator lost more than $1.6 million in
legal fees, back pay and future earnings.
FIND OUT MORE: See the suit at the Beyond the Blackboard blog at www.sanclementetimes.com —Jonathan Volzke

2

…Parking at Trestles?

THE LATEST: The city is eyeing Camp
Pendleton property for parking near the
famed surf spot Trestles.
San Clemente Times October 27–November 2, 2011

The City Council voted unanimously last
week to approach officials at the Marine
base to ask about leasing or purchasing
a swath of land for additional parking.
Trestles is technically outside the city
limits but parking affects San Clemente
residential streets.
The property being considered is owned
by Camp Pendleton and under long-term
lease with the State Park System, according to the staff report. The land is adjacent
to San Clemente but lies within San Diego
County.
City Councilman Tim Brown, who
contacted base officials, described the idea
as something of a long shot but said the
city would need a formal vote to get the
discussion going.
“I think it’s a creative solution,” said
Mayor Lori Donchak. “If we don’t ask, we
don’t know.”
WHAT’S NEXT: City staff will prepare a letter to Camp Pendleton and signed by the
mayor formally requesting the Marines
Corps enter into discussion with the city
on the possibility of using or buying the
property.
FIND OUT MORE: Visit www.sanclementetimes.org for updates. —Stacie N. Galang

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...Parking Permits
for City Boards?

THE LATEST: The city will issue parking
permits to members of three city boards,
granting them free parking in lots and
locations that require a fee.
The City Council voted unanimously
last week to give members of the Planning Commission, the Coastal Advisory
Commission and the Beaches, Parks and
Recreation Commission an annual parking
permit.
Councilman Jim Evert said the volun-

teer board members otherwise pay to park
when conducting city business.
“I just think it’s fair,” he said of giving
them permits.
The only cost for issuing the permits
comes from printing, which was described
as “very small,” according to the staff
report.
WHAT’S NEXT: Up until the vote, the city
had given out parking permits to the city
manager, city department heads and the
five elected City Council members. City
workers who use their personal cars to
conduct city business and must park in
metered lots also receive the permits.
Now, another 20 or so will be issued.
FIND OUT MORE: Visit www.san-clemente.
org to see the staff report. —SNG

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... a City Facebook Page?

THE LATEST: The city’s Beaches, Parks
and Recreation Department recently
launched its Facebook page as a way to
update residents about its programs and
parks.
Recreation Manager Pamela Passow
presented the page at last week’s City
Council meeting, demonstrating ways the
department will use the social media to
reach residents. They plan to post notices
on course registration and links to stories
about the city’s parks and beaches. The
Recreation Department will post photos
from a variety of leagues and teams they
oversee.
“Our plan is to update this on a regular
basis,” she told the council.
Councilman Tim Brown had advocated
for greater use of the popular networking site and welcomed the addition of the
page.
“This is the first of many good things to
come,” he said.

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WHAT’S NEXT: Passow said the Recreation
Department first hopes to get at least 25
people to like their page, which allows them
to get a simplified Facebook address rather
than the lengthy computer-generated web
address.
FIND OUT MORE: Visit the Recreation
Department’s page at www.san-clemente.
org to find the link to the Facebook page.
—SNG

5

...A Traffic Tie Up?

THE LATEST: Traffic on the northbound San
Diego Freeway was blocked for more than
an hour Tuesday after 13 containers of muriatic acid were found strewn across lanes.
The Orange County Fire Authority sent
hazardous-materials teams to identify the
chemical and neutralize it with soda ash just
after 11:10 a.m., as motorists sat behind a
line of CHP cruises and fire engines blocking all of the lanes just south of the Camino
Capistrano exit.
Fire Authority Captain Marc Stone said
authorities were unsure if the driver who
lost the 13 1-liter containers was even aware
they’d fallen. The acid, commonly used to
clean pools, etched the roadway, bubbled
and created small plumes.
The roadway was reopened about
12:30 p.m.
WHAT’S NEXT: The incident, which backed
up traffic into San Diego County, is already
being used by toll-road supporters as proof
an alternate route to the I-5—the proposed
241-South—is needed.
FIND OUT MORE: See the full story at
www.sanclementetimes.com —JV
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u San Clemente High crowned Molly
Mann 2011 Homecoming Queen and Holden
Raulston King earlier this month. Homecoming festivities were themed “When You
Wish Upon a Star” and also featured Max, a
10-year-old Make-A-Wish child. Those who
attended the Tritons Homecoming game
saw a video about Max during the halftime
show. Max, who rode in a Rolls Royce convertible, is a San Clemente resident and his
father went to San Clemente High School.
For more information about Make-AWish, see wish.org

First Responders Honored
u The Exchange Club of San Clemente
handed out its annual awards for Sheriff’s
Department and Fire Authority employees
at Irons in the Fire at the Municipal Golf
Course.
Honored were 2012 Deputy of the Year
David Pultz, Employee of the Year Community Services Officer Stephanie Jones, 2012
Career Firefighter of the Year Tom Forrester
and Reserve Firefighter of the Year Scott
Mermel.
The event included Orange County Sheriff
Sandra Hutchens, along with Assistant Fire
Chief Brian Stephens, California Highway
Patrol Captain Sandra Houston, as well as
other representatives from those agencies
and others.
For information about the Exchange Club,
see www.exchangeclubsc.org/

San Clemente Police Services will be accepting unwanted medications. Those who have
unwanted, unused and expired prescription
medications can bring turn them into Police
Services, anonymously. No questions will be
asked.
The event runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Police Services is at City Hall, 100 Avenida
Presidio.

Commemorative Coin
u A commemorative challenge coin has
been created in memory of San Clemente
Police Officer Richard T. Steed, who was
killed in the line of duty on November 29,
1978.
This “limited time only” coin features
Officer Steed’s badge over a waving United
States flag background. The reverse side
features his full-color lithographic portrait,
along with the date he was killed.
The coins are $10 each. Orders will be
accepted until November 18, and payment
must be made in advance. The coins will not
be available for purchased after this date.
For more information or to download an
order form, visit the City’s website or contact
CSO Stephanie Jones at 949.361.8352 or
JonesS@san-clemente.org.

Hedgecock Addresses
Republican Women

French Conversation Club 2 p.m.–4
p.m. Come and chat at Cafe Calypso every
Wednesday; no fees, no registration. 114
Avenida Del Mar, 949.493.5228.

Thursday, Nov 3

Compiled by Stacie N. Galang

2012 Career Firefighter of the Year Tom Forrester.
Photo courtesy of the Exchange Club

Dump Your Drugs
u Saturday, October 29 is “National Prescription Medication Take Back Day,” and

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u Nationally syndicated radio talk-show
host Roger Hedgecock spoke to an overflow
crowd of 150 at the San Clemente Area Republican Women’s meeting on October 12 at
the Bella Collina Towne and Golf Club.
Hedgecock’s widespread reputation for
political activism was apparent as he challenged the audience to initiate a grass-roots
movement and take on the non-partisan
issue of voter fraud. “Who wouldn’t want fair

elections,” he questioned. “If there isn’t a
fair and free election, all else is irrelevant.”
A native of San Diego, Hedgecock has
led hundreds of his radio listeners on a
series of trips to Washington, D.C., encouraging them to take on the nation’s political
leaders as “citizen lobbyists.”
His powerful message of citizen empowerment was again in evidence on Wednesday and drew a standing ovation as he
exited the meeting.

Toastmasters Take Titles
u San Clemente Toastmasters Club
secured two awards at the Humorous and
Evaluation Speech Contest held in Irvine
last month. Evan Sachs won runner up for
a hilarious speech navigating the singles
world at 50, while Lauren Saglimbene captured first place in the Speech Evaluation
section of the contest.
Both are new members to the organization.
If you have a speaking opportunity that
you are overly anxious about, you can go
to www.toastmasters.org and find “10 Tips
for Public Speaking” or “10 Biggest Public
Speaking Mistakes” to help you through
your dreaded moment, or you can come
and join the local chapter for camaraderie
and support.
San Clemente Toastmasters meet from
7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m every Tuesday night at
the Ole Hanson Beach Club, Multipurpose
Rm #1 at 105 Avenida Pico. For inquires call
Mary Caravalho at 949.280.8436

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Unflappable
Community effort fails to move
9-11 tribute flag very far—but
surrender is not an option
By Stacie N. Galang
San Clemente Times

T

he American flag jutting from a large hunk of driftwood at Poche Beach off Pacific Coast Highway has
served as a memorial of sorts ever since it was hoisted
just after the jolting events of September 11, 2001. For 10
years the memorial has provided a sense of calm and stability for the community, but the shifting sands of the beach
have put the estimated 750– to 1,000-pound stump in danger
of being swept out to sea—something locals who tend for it
simply wouldn’t stand for.
When Joe Wilson of San Clemente learned the driftwood
had shifted from its spot and could be swept away, he set
about organizing a way to move it to higher ground. He
contacted Mayor Lori Donchak, who she put him in touch
with the Palm Beach Park Association, which owns the
beachfront where the driftwood sits.
Lynda Cline, manager of the 126-unit Palm Beach Park
Association, said members were open to the idea of moving
the driftwood to a more inland portion of their 2-acre beach.
So, this past Sunday, October 23, nearly 100 San Clemente residents and others joined forces to try to relocate
the driftwood memorial away from the water line and up
to safer ground. Using shovels, ropes and the willpower
of residents old and young—including most of the team
from the San Clemente High School boys lacrosse team
and their parents—the group tried valiantly to dig out the
stump and move it to higher ground by tying ropes under
and around it.
Under the direction of Wilson and the steadfast efforts of
those assembled, the stump was moved—but only perhaps
by a few feet before the effort was called off for the day.
Heavier equipment would be needed, Wilson told the group
before thanking them for their efforts.
“The stump is too heavy,” lamented Paddy Chester, an
Englishman who serves as an assistant coach for the SCHS
boys lacrosse team. “We gave it our all. It’s nice to see the
community come together for something like this.”
Mark Meintel has since offered his services and a grader
to help move the flag, but that will likely require permits
and permission from the city and others.
“We won’t give up,” Wilson said. “We’ll keep at it until we
get it moved.”
Despite the failure to get the stump moved to safer
ground, the effort did provide an opportunity to raise a new
American flag in honor of a local Marine who died recently
in Afghanistan.
Christine DiGiacomo said a blessing as the new flag was
raised.
An Idea
Ann Reynolds had also read about the driftwood, and
as she was cleaning one day recently, she wondered if the
organizers would be willing to raise a flag in honor of her
grandson Jordan R. Stanton, a Marine from Rancho Santa
Margarita who died in March 4 in Helmand Province,
Afghanistan.
“When you have someone you love very much who
is killed, as a grandmother, a mother, a sibling, a friend,
they’re never out of your mind,” said Reynolds, who has
lived in San Clemente with husband Jim Reynolds for more
than 14 years.
Every time she drives down that stretch of Pacific Coast
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Members of the San Clemente High lacrosse program and other community volunteers turned out to try and move the flag-bearing driftwood to
higher ground. Although they couldn’t budge the tree much, they’re not giving up. Photos courtesy of Brian Miller

Highway, she makes sure she can see the stump and the
banner flown from it. Reynolds said she once drove past it
and not seeing it, grew concerned. She made a U-turn and
saw it after the second pass.
“It was there; I just missed it,” the grandmother said.
She said she has such respect for the anonymous person who first put out the flag on the driftwood.
She was bringing her love for her grandson to a landmark that has taken on even greater meaning this year.
The grandmother contacted the Clines with her proposal to raise the flag in Jordan Stanton’s name.
“They were delighted and said, ‘Absolutely,’” Reynolds
said. “That’s how it all happened, and it’s been progressing ever since.”
She and her husband donated the flag.
A Marine Remembered
Jordan was 11 years old when September 11 happened,
and it left an impression on him, his grandmother said.
Reynolds and her husband, who served in the U.S. Air
Force in Vietnam, decided to display their pride and
patriotism after the attacks.
“Since the day after 9/11, our flag has flown and always
will,” she said.
Jordan Stanton didn’t begin discussing his interest
in the military until about age 15, Reynolds said. Out of
Trabuco Hills High, he had initially planned to attend Cal
State, Fullerton but came to the conclusion he wanted to
go into the military, his grandmother said. He researched
his options and eventually chose the Marines.
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“We all tried to head him in a different direction, but
Jordan had his mind set, and he was that kind of a guy. He
knew that difficulties that could happen,” Reynolds said.
Her grandson sailed through his training, nearly always at
the top of his class.
“He would have contributed a lot to this world had he
lived,” said the grandmother of 11.
Jordan Stanton completed his training at Camp Pendleton
before being stationed at Camp Lejeune, N.C. and eventually
deployed to Afghanistan. He was killed by an improvised-explosive device, his grandmother said.
Stanton, 20, was a corporal in the 2nd Reconnaissance
Battalion, 2nd Marine Division, II Marine Expeditionary
Force when in died.
He had gone out with a small group of Marines to search
for the enemy. His grandmother said was the only one
killed, although other Marines were wounded.
He was the second oldest of four boys to her daughter
Joyce and husband Bob Stanton. Jordan Stanton’s brothers are Ryan, Ethan and Cole Stanton. They attended the
moving of the driftwood as did other relatives and Jordan
Stanton’s a fiancé, Julie Dickson and her parents Ron and
Cyndie Dickson.
Jordan Stanton’s death broke Ann Reynold’s heart and
that of the other family members.
“Our family has never been the same,” she said.
They’re doing what they can to remember this son and
grandson, brother and cousin, fiancé and friend.
Norb Garrett contributed to this story. Special thanks to
Brian Miller for his photography. SC
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Eye on SC

SC
Sheriff’s
Blotter
Compiled By Jonathan Volzke
All information below is obtained from the Orange County Sheriff’s
Department website. The calls represent what was told to the deputy
in the field by the radio dispatcher. The true nature of an incident
often differs from what is initially reported. No assumption of criminal
guilt or affiliation should be drawn from the content of the information provided. An arrest doesn’t represent guilt. The items below are
just a sampling of the entries listed on the OCSD Web site.

DRUNK IN PUBLIC
El Camino Real, 900 Block (1:02 p.m.) A
man who’d apparently had too much to
drink was being belligerent to customers in
a grocery-store parking lot.
KEEP THE PEACE
Avenida Teresa, 400 Block (12:10 p.m.) A
resident reported a neighbor’s dog got into
her garage and scratched her vehicle. But
the neighbor said it wasn’t her dog.
WELFARE CHECK
Calle Amistad, 100 Block (10:40 a.m.) A
school official reported a 12-year-old posted

San Clemente Times October 27–November 2, 2011

on Facebook that he was going to kill
himself, and did not show up at school.

Sunday, October 23

CITIZEN ASSIST
Avenida Presidio, 100 Block (10:32 a.m.)
A woman reported her daughter was being stalked.
SUSPICIOUS PERSON
El Camino Real, 900 Block (9:35 a.m.)
A merchant reported a man was trying to
return some items that had been stolen
earlier.
ABANDONED VEHICLE
Corona Lane/Monterey Lane (7:33 a.m.)
A green Dodge van w2as parked in the
same spot for two weeks. It had two
tickets on it, but the owner pulled them
off—without moving the vehicle.
FAMILY DISPUTE
Courte Tierra Bella, 100 Block (6:47
a.m.) A man initially reported his wife
was following him around the house with
a video camera because he turned on a
light. Then he said she hit him. They are
going through a divorce.
ARREST
North El Camino Real/Marquita (12:50
a.m.) A 40-year-old woman was arrested
after a traffic stop. Deputies discovered
she had outstanding warrants. She works
as a waitress.

SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES
Avenida Vista Montana/Calle Del Cerro
(9:40 p.m.) A man reported a woman was
sitting next to his parking spot when he
got home. She got up and walked away
with a large bag and other belongings,
then called out to a man who joined her.

DISTURBANCE
Avenida Carmelo, 100 Block (9:07 p.m.)
A man reported that a woman was banging on his neighbor’s door and yelling. He
called back when she broke a window.

DISTURBANCE
Mariposa, 100 Block (12:35 p.m.) A man
reported his female roommate was being
abusive toward him. Dispatchers could
hear a woman yelling in the background.

WELFARE CHECK
Calle Seville, 200 Block (7:45 p.m.) A
caller was concerned a woman, who has
a 3-year-old child and 9-month-old baby,
was doing drugs.

Saturday, October 22

SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES
Camino de Los Mares, 600 Block (7:20
p.m.) A hospital worker called to say a
man showed up in the ER saying he’d
been in a traffic collision but was acting
strange. He had no visible injuries and
refused to answer questions.
CITIZEN ASSIST
El Camino Real, 600 Block (6:32 p.m.) A
woman was caught trying to shoplift at a
pharmacy. She ran off—leaving her purse
behind.

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SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES
Calle Las Bloas, 1600 Block (10:53 p.m.)
A woman said a man showed up at her
door with a pizza, but she didn’t order the
pie. Deputies said there wasn’t anything
suspicious.
SUSPICIOUS PERSON
Avenida Victora, 600 Block (6:27 p.m.)
A caller reported a man possibly had
crashed his car. He was kicking the vehicle. Deputies said there hadn’t been an
accident, but the man had apparently been
drinking. A 29-year-old man was taken
into custody. He listed his occupation as a
researcher.

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By the Numbers: By Pall Gudgeirsson, Assistant City Manager & City Treasurer

Like It…the City’s Facebook page

A

s I ran by my fisherman friend on
the Pier during that mighty rainstorm a few weeks ago, he stopped
me and asked what this new Fishface or
Fishbook program the city was wading into
was all about? I pointed out that I didn’t
know much about it myself except that it is
called Facebook, at which point he quickly
lost interest.
To me, social media is a total kerfuffle
of which I knew nothing about except its
“free,” so I decided to ask some questions
to educate myself. Fortunately, Councilmember Tim Brown was set to reveal the
city’s new Recreation Facebook page at the
next City Council meeting, so I was able to
tap into the new program recently developed by our talented recreation staff.
Here is what I was able to gather based
on my very inexpert questions:
Q: Why have a Facebook page when we
already have an established web page?

A: With a Facebook
page, the city sends out
information to our citizens versus citizens having to seek out information on various programs
and events. Since our
younger generation signs
Pall Gudgeirsson
on to Facebook regularly,
it is an excellent communication forum
with the potential of reaching many more
residents, visitors and the media. Facebook will give us the ability to highlight
current information like an event happening this weekend. Lastly, it gives people
the ability to share the information on
their personal Facebook page with friends.
Will there be links on Facebook to sign
up for recreation classes?
Yup. Also, there will be forthcoming
links to other important sites as we enhance the program.

Will the public be able to comment on
the page?
Yes, but we ask people to stay on topic
and be respectful in their comments.
What type of information can our
citizens expect to receive if they sign up
for our page?
Upcoming Special events, new class
information, like “there’s still space in
ballet, sign up today” or “we’ve added a
new ballet class due to popular demand;”
and updates on the new park. There
is already an instructional video link to
programs such as skateboarding and
pictures will be posted from all special
events programs and classes for the community to enjoy that you can share with
your friends. Kinda cool.
Where do you see this concept going in
the future?
The Recreation Facebook page will
be the place to go for up-to-the minute

information and a way for people to be
able to help promote our great community
and the many happenings hosted by the
city. Future developments on the page will
depend on public input. Contact the city’s
Public Information Officer, Laura Ferguson,
at fergusonl@san-clemente.org with your
suggestions.
How do you access the Facebook page?
Go to the link on the city’s website at
www.san-clemente.org/recreation or search
“City of San Clemente Recreation” on Facebook. So, now that we have reeled you in, go
“like” us!
After my interrogation, I am not as kerfuffled about this place called Facebook and
I think I like it like that. SC

Within about 45 minutes, I received
another call from Katelynn telling me she
was now eating pizza and watching television at the San Clemente OCSD station.
I spoke with lnvestigator Tai Risko who
told me she had walked up the hill from
where her car had run out of gas and
walked into the station. She had actually
run out of gas just below the sheriff’s station. Investigator Risko assured me that
they would stay with her until I arrived
and that they were feeding her as well.
Needless to say, both my wife and I were
relieved.
When I arrived at the San Clemente
station, I was greeted by my daughter as
well as Investigator Risko and Sergeant
Joe McClintock. Both of these gentlemen
were very gracious to my daughter, and
we are very thankful. It would seem that
she was far from hysterical at this point.

She was well fed, had watched some television, and was ready to go home.
I can’t tell you how much I appreciated
the response of the OCSD personnel that
evening. I know everyone was very busy
with the power outage and the chaos that
ensued. Although I am sure your personnel
are always accommodating to all members
of our community, it was a great opportunity
for my daughter to see how she fits into the
law enforcement family.
Please forward my thanks to everyone for
their assistance, patience and compassion.
This letter was sent to the SC Times by Lt.
Paul D’Auria, chief of police services in San
Clemente.

(With thanks to Anthony Mejia, Maile Eaton and
Pamela Passow for their tutelage in all things Facebook)
PLEASE NOTE: The opinions offered here are those of the guest columnist and may or may not be shared by the San Clemente Times staff.
We appreciate, however, their willingness to share their views, and we
invite responses to be sent to letters@sanclementetimes.com.

On Thursday, September 8, 2011, a major
power outage hit Arizona to California.
Unfortunately, during this time, my
daughter Katelynn was driving home from
Tucson, Ariz. —where she is attending the
University of Arizona — to surprise our
family.
After the power outage occurred, the
Orange County Operational Area activated
the Emergency Operations Center and a
request was made from the EOC to the
Seal Beach Police Department to mobilize
a countywide Community Emergency
Response Team trailer to Mission Hospital
in Laguna Beach. Since I was in Seal Beach
at the time, I began preparing the trailer
for transport. I was called by my hysterical
daughter telling me she was lost, had run
San Clemente Times October 27–November 2, 2011

out of gas because gas stations were
closed from Yuma to Orange County, and
the streets were pitch black. Although
I appreciate the surprise of her coming
home for the weekend, I would have
preferred her to walk in the door of our
home for the surprise instead of her
frantic call. With this being said, my only
option was to call the Orange County
Sheriffs Department as Katelynn said
she had made it into Orange County. Her
cell phone service was spotty at best in
that part of San Clemente.
I called the dispatch center and
provided them the information as best I
had: my hysterical daughter, pitch black
road somewhere in the San Clemente
area and her vehicle description. OCSD
Dispatcher Jennifer Demers took my call
and was patient, professional, compassionate and extremely courteous.

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GETTING
OUT

Go.See.Do

Patrol Base Jaker, a documentary that follows the deployment of the Marine Corps 1/5
battalion during its tour of the Nawa District of Afghanistan in 2009¬–2010, will be
shown Sunday in San Clemente. The Marines’ work in Nawa to turn the area from Taliban rule became the template for the Marine’s effort in Afghanistan, and the film won
the “Best Documentary” award at the GI Film Festival in 2010. The 1/5 is also the unit in
which Lance Cpl. Donald Hogan, a 20-year-old infantryman from San Clemente, served.
Hogan was killed on August 26, 2009 as he saved other Marines from a bomb. For his
heroism, Hogan will posthumously receive the Navy Cross. His parents, Jim and Carla
Hogan, will receive the medal in December. The Hogans will attend Sunday’s screening,
along with members of the 1/5 who were on the deployment documented in the film.
Producer David Scantling and Col. Robert Castellvi, the chief of staff for the 1st Marine
Expeditionary Force, based at Pendleton, will also be on hand. Patrol Base Jaker will be
shown at the San Clemente Community Center at 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. Tickets are $15 and
$10 for active military or students. Proceeds benefit the San Clemente Marine Corp Support Group, a 501(c)3 registered charity. Get more information or purchase tickets online
at danapoint5thmarines.com/san-clemente-jaker-movie. —Jonathan Volzke

YOUR SEVEN-DAY EVENT PLANNER

SC
S a n C le m
e n te

The List

A day-by-day guide to what’s happening in and
around town this week. Compiled by Tawnee Prazak

Cosmic Creek Surf
Contest 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Billabong hosts the annual contest
at Salt Creek Beach October
29-30. At 4 p.m. Oct. 30 there
will be a Donavon Frankenreiter concert with Band of Frequencies and Dave Rastovich. 949.489.8380, www.billabong.com/cosmiccreek.

Trick-or-Treat in
Talega Village Center
6 p.m.- 8 p.m. Halloween event
for kids and families with trick
or treating and activities in
Talega Village Center at the intersection of Avenida Vista Hermosa and Avenida Talega.
714.259.1046, www.talegavillagecenter.com.

Vesper 7 p.m.–11 p.m. Live music at The Cellar.
156 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.492.3663,
www.thecellarsite.com.
*For our full calendar, visit the “Event Calendar”
at www.sanclementetimes.com.
Have an event?
Send your listing to events@sanclementetimes.com
www.sanclementetimes.com

A NEW YOU Your Local Resource to a Healthier LIFE…

“A New You,” a unique guide ﬁlled with
a select group of health, beauty and
ﬁtness resources in the tri-city area.
From energy boosting juices, to exciting workout regimes, organic
produce and even eye care, this special pullout section will provide
you with information for every resource you need to take care of
your body and mind in the months to come. “A New You” can
be found not only inserted into the SC Times, DP Times and The
Capistrano Dispatch but all residents of San Clemente, Dana Point,
Capistrano Beach and San Juan Capistrano can ﬁnd “A New You”
online at www.sanclementetimes.com, www.danapointtimes.com
and www.thecapistranodispatch.com. Here’s to your health!
Special thanks to Austin Gregory Johns of San Clemente Health Fitness
Network, Dr. Jon Conti of Seaview Pediatrics, Alex & Chelsea of Breezy
Mama, Thomas “Doc” Masters of Flex-Appeal, Dr. Alice Moran and Ron
Castruita of Hanson’s Market.

Did you know: According to Jeanne
Segal, PhD, the body doesn’t distinguish between physical and psychological threats. Whether you’re
stressed over a busy schedule, an argument, a traffic jam or a
mountain of bills, your body may react
just as strongly as if you were facing a
life-or-death situation. —Masters
Did you know: Drinking one soda per
day equals nearly 17 extra pounds per
year!? —Austin Gregory Johns

People stop growing developmentally after the age of about 25. But you can keep yourself looking, feeling, and acting younger with appropriate attention to diet, exercise, and rest. This notion
begets the question: How much is appropriate?

Health in your 30s
Physically, your 30s can be considered a transitional period. Your body is no longer growing as it
was in your teens and 20s but it is not yet succumbing to the stresses of a physical life either. If
you have been active for most of your youth, there is no reason you shouldn’t be able to maintain
a high level of activity in your 30s. It is time, however, to start paying attention to what you eat
since your metabolism will be responding differently with new experiences like work schedules
and family life.

Health in your 40s
All of a sudden, you wake up one day and your back hurts—or your knees ache. You don’t
remember doing anything yesterday or the day before but things hurt anyway. Welcome to your
40s during which time your body lets you know not only when you’ve been working too hard, but
also when you haven’t been working hard enough. Engaging in a good diet and exercise routines
as well as paying new attention to rest and relaxation becomes critical in your 40s. You no longer
should be seeking the absolute pinnacle of athletic intensity lest you wear your body out, but
hard, regular exercise followed by adequate rest is a must.

Health in your 50s
This is the age at which your brain and your friends begin to play tricks on you. You don’t feel old,
but everyone says your getting there so who’s right? Turns out, you’re both right. Your diet should
become even more focused by signiﬁcantly reducing saturated fats and white carbohydrates and
opting for lean protein and vegetables. You still have plenty to offer physically, but where it took
one day in your 40’s to recover, now it takes two or sometimes three. Without an established
good regiment of diet and exercise here in your middle years, you can quickly ﬁnd yourself underprepared for a long life of staying forever active.

AUSTIN GREGORY JOHNS. COURTESY PHOTO

“Things do not change; we change.”
—Henry David Thoreau
Austin Gregory Johns CCS, CES, LWMC is the President, Personal
Health Advocate & Master Personal Trainer for San Clemente Health
& Fitness Network (SCHFN). SCHFN is a full service health advocacy
company that offers private and small group ﬁtness and nutrition
training and counseling for adults of all ages and youth athletes.
Health advocacy also includes reparative exercise therapy post injury
or surgery, and spiritual guidance for stress reduction. If you’ve ever
been confused about the best way to stay healthy the longest, explore health advocacy. Live Above, Live Beyond! For a free consultation, call 949.429.0339 or visit www.schfninc.com

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A NEW YOU Your Local Resource to a Healthier LIFE…
5 ELEMENTS DAY SPA
Energetic Lymph
Drainage $150 (90
mins). The flow
and balance of
the body’s five fluids – especially the lymph – is essential
to the functions of the body. Stagnation of the lymph
system can affect the immune system, detoxification, fat
absorption and other health issues that reflect how you
look and feel. This unique wellness treatment includes
a soothing, dry brushing massage with harmonizing
violet clay and lymphatic drainage and light therapy with
state-of-the-art equipment. 159 Avenida Del Mar, San
Clemente, 949.361.0505, www.5elementsdayspa.com

With good oral hygiene and regular
professional care, your teeth are
meant to last a lifetime. —Dr. Alice P. Moran

BEACHFIRE
BeachFire unveils new
executive chef and seasonal
menus. BeachFire owner Dave
Donaldson’s ranching and farming lifestyle allows an authentic
approach to serving food that is
flavorful, fresh and nutritious.
Donaldson has three acres of
ranch land outside San Juan
Capistrano with horses, goats, chickens, a large pond and
a 5,000 square-foot garden with fertile soil. Executive
Chef John Merlino and Donaldson created new seasonal
menus for all restaurants featuring fresh vegetables,
fruits and herbs from the BeachFire Backyard Garden.
San Clemente, 949.366.3232, Ladera 949.542.7700,
Irons 949.542.3900

BREEZY MAMA
The Breezy Mama
breaks the mold on
what it means when one
becomes “a mom.” She
is smart, sassy and fun.
Visitbreezymama.com
for interviews with topnotch child development experts (i.e. Why Time Out is
a Waste of Time), entertainment, fashion, green products
and celebrity interviews. www.breezymama.com

CENTER FOR SPIRITUAL LIVING
You are already
beautiful. Feed your
soul and your body.
If you are in search
of a spiritual community where you are respected and accepted for who
you are and want the inspiration and support to grow
to your highest potential, please accept our invitation to
visit our Center. Be part of a greater gathering of other
like minded individuals who share your vision for a new
tomorrow through community, service, meditation, workshops and classes. 23141 Verdugo Drive, Ste. 103, Laguna
Hills, 949.365.0050, www.CSLSouthCounty.org

ANYA SWANSON - LIFE COACH
Weight Loss Coaching: Lose weight
without starving, cravings, over-exercising or the yo-yo effect. Discover
what creates weight imbalances.
Learn how what you know, think,
and eat effects your weight and your
wellbeing. In this coaching program
you will learn: how to nourish your
body back to balance; the truth
about USDA’s dietary guidelines;
which foods to eat and which to avoid; the true dynamics
of weight loss and much more. Money back guaranteed.
Anya Swanson - Life Coach, Master NLP Practitioner
Nutrition and Weight Loss Coach. 949.291.2660,
www.AllAboutMind.com, email@AllAboutMind.com
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Did you know: Jogging 3 miles and walking 3 miles
at a quick pace burns close to the same amount of
calories? You don’t need to be a runner to get good exercise! —Austin Gregory Johns

A NEW YOU Your Local Resource to a Healthier LIFE…

Did you know: According to a study published in the
Chemistry Central Journal, dark chocolate is the
world champion title holder of antioxidants. Researchers compared the total flavonol
and polyphenol content as well as antioxidant activity content of cocoa powder and
dark chocolate vs. super fruits, including acai, blueberry, cranberry and pomegranate.
The antioxidant activity of cocoa powder is higher than all other super fruit powders
analyzed. Antioxidants aid in exiting the free radicals—little molecules that cause
aging and disease. —Thomas “Doc” Masters
GRIFFIN OPTOMETRIC GROUP
LASIK has been a
life-changing option
to contacts or glasses
for over 15 years. At
Griffin Optometric
Group, we are proud
to be affiliated with
Tom Tooma, M.D. and NVISION Laser Eye Centers.
To begin the process of deciding whether LASIK is an
option for you, schedule your complimentary consultation at one of our offices. We will be hosting a series of
consult days on the following dates:
November 14: Talega location, 949.940.0200;
November 15: Laguna Niguel location, 949.495.3031;
November 16: San Clemente location, 949.492.1853

HANNAH A. LEWIS, DDS

Poor dental health can really affect your overall quality of
life. It can lead to increased risk of heart disease, stroke
and diabetes and affect your confidence. We provide a full
range of dental care including dental implants, general
and preventative dentistry and beautiful cosmetic and rehabilitative options. We strive to make high quality care
affordable by accepting insurance, payment options and
offering Quality Dental Plan, an insurance alternative.
Call today for more information. 24655 La Plaza, Ste. E,
Dana Point, 949.496.5713, www.danapointsmiles.com

A NEW YOU Your Local Resource to a Healthier LIFE…
HIGHLAND INK
Highland Ink, San Clemente’s
original tattoo shop, is now offering Eyebrow Hair Simulation, Lash
Enhancement, Scalp Hair Simulation,
Areola Repigmentation and Scar
Relaxation. Skin Needling™, like
Scar Relaxation, involves no pigment.
This procedure is ideal for clients with
deep wrinkles or acne scarring, as the
repeated pricking of the machine’s needle draws a light
bloodline. Melanocyte Restoration is a process that uses a
technique similar to that used in Skin Needling™. Please
call Highland Ink for a free consulatation with Susie
today 949.481.4434. 1006 S. El Camino Real, Ste. C,
San Clemente, 949.481.4434, www.highlandink.us

ISABEL’S BEAUTY SALON
Isabel’s Beauty
Salon has been
serving the San
Juan Capistrano
community for
well over a decade. Founded in 1992, the salon offers
countless haircut styles for women, men and children.
The hairstylists at Isabel’s Beauty Salon strive to make
every haircut experience an enjoyable one by creating a
warm and friendly atmosphere. Other services provided
include makeup, wedding hairstyles, prom hairstyles and
updos: We have the hairstyles to help you get ready for
your special day! 31952 Del Obispo, Ste. 230, San Juan
Capistrano, 949.493.3960

Did you know: According to a study
published in the Journal of the American
Medical Association, children who grow up with dogs and cats in the
home have a significantly reduced risk—as much as 50 percent or
more—of developing pet and other common allergies to things like
pollens and molds. —Thomas “Doc” Masters

JUICE IT UP!

Your body is begging you to juice! Since juice requires
hardly any digestion, your body rapidly absorbs all the
goodness of the vegetables and fruits. Juice It Up San
Clemente juices a nutrient packed selection of fresh
ingredients. If you feel like chewing something, they
now offer an amazingly delicious and nutritious high
fiber brown rice, hummus and avocado bowl. Of course,
they still prepare the largest selection of Acai bowls in
San Clemente. 802 E. Avenida Pico, Ste. J, San Clemente,
949.542.7979, www.juiceitup.com

A NEW YOU Your Local Resource to a Healthier LIFE…
MISSION INTERNAL MEDICAL
GROUP – ENDOCRINOLOGY

We are here to help you achieve your health goals. Our
group is focused in managing diabetes, osteoporosis,
thyroid, lipid and all endocrine disorders. We currently have study participation opportunities for Type 2
diabetics, diabetics who have recently suffered an acute
coronary event or individuals with high cholesterol. Give
us the opportunity to help you take charge of your health
and develop a healthy lifestyle you can maintain. Come
visit! 26800 Crown Valley Parkway, Ste. 230, Mission Viejo,
949.364.6000

NATURAL NAIL CARE CLINIC

Offering an inviting sanitized environment, Natural
Nail Care Clinic specializes in the care and treatment of
natural nails. Only autoclaved and disposable tools used.
Voted the #1 favorite salon for a manicure and pedicure. As our gift to you, your first manicure is free with
your purchase of starter kit. Must be 18 years or older.
Discover your own beautiful hands and nails. 32382 Del
Obispo, Ste. C6, San Juan Capistrano, 949.493.5300

NEWSTART NUTRITION

Our goal: helping our members make small changes
that add up to big results! NewStart Nutrition offers a
yummy, nutritious 3-part service consisting of a mango
aloe shooter, an herbal energy tea and a creamy meal
replacement smoothie for $5. More than your average
smoothie bar, we offer complimentary Body Scans to
determine your health numbers, 1:1 Wellness Coaching,
and group Fitness and Weight Loss Challenges (including complimentary boot camps). Everyone’s first visit is
free! 32341-G Camino Capistrano, 949.929.6060

Did you know: According to the California
Walnut Commission, California walnuts
account for 99 percent of the country’s and three fourths of the world’s
walnut supply. Walnuts have a combination of more healthful antioxidants
and higher quality antioxidants than any other nut. —Thomas “Doc” Masters
Did you know: According to
Dr. Sears, a handful of nuts close
to bedtime can raise tryptophan
levels and help you sleep better.
—Thomas “Doc” Masters

OC PHYSICIANS HEARING
SERVICES
Our vision is to provide superior
quality, personal and compassionate hearing care for our patients in
order to improve their quality of life.
Based upon your individual needs,
we provide a comprehensive array of
services related to prevention, evaluation, and rehabilitation of hearing
impairment for all ages. The audiology staff is highly experienced in a
wide variety of audiological services,
including basic and advanced test procedures and hearing
aid fittings. Four Local Hospital Locations to Serve YouMission Viejo, Laguna Hills, San Clemente, and Laguna
Beach. 949.276.4040, www.physicianshearingservices.com

A NEW YOU Your Local Resource to a Healthier LIFE…

What’s All This Talk About Probiotics?
By Jon Robert Conti, MD FAAP and breezymama.com

We’ve read that probiotics are good for your digestive system—what
exactly do they do?

To keep our natural probiotics healthy, do we need to cut down on the
anti-bacterial hand soap and sanitizers?

The term probiotic is a relatively new term meaning “supporting life,” and the World
Health Organization states that they are “live microorganisms, that, when administered in adequate amounts, confer health benefits.” You will commonly hear them
referred to as “good bacteria,” although they can be yeasts, too. These microbes are
similar to the ones already inside our bodies.

The “Hygiene Hypothesis” says that many of our modern day “improvements”
(e.g., sterile processed food/formula, fewer naturally fermented foods, increased
hygiene/hand washing, urban life, C-sections and antibiotics) may actually decrease challenges to our immune systems, altering our “sea” inside and possibly
leading to an increase in allergic disease. Reintroduction of probiotics into our
systems may be a way to address the microbial imbalance that our modern lives
have created in our guts. However this theory has not been fully tested in RCT’s,
and cannot be recommended.

Also I want to point out that probiotics are different from the “live culture” label you
see on some food products. Live cultures are microbes often used as food fermentation agents, say for example to create yogurt from milk. Many of these have not been
directly tested for health benefits. On the other hand, probiotics are microbes that
are able to reach the intestine while still alive, and have been shown to have a health
effect. Furthermore, although there is some overlap in species, typically probiotics
contain higher concentrations of these microbes.
From the outset of this post I want to express my cautious optimism about this
topic. Many of us would like to do more to keep ourselves healthy, and the claims of
probiotics are exciting. Yet this is an emerging health topic, and I urge patience while
scientific research proves or disproves the variety of claims out there. This takes time,
and that’s okay—it’s your health we’re talking about.

I see probiotics being advertised in everything from sports drinks to
yogurt to ice cream, and I know it can be ingested as a capsule form as
well. What should one consider when choosing a probiotic?
Probiotic content is generally more important than the way in which you consume
them. I like to think of this answer like this: If you need a sports car, get one. If you
need a truck to haul around stuff, get one. But a sports truck won’t perform either of
those functions well. If you want a probiotic, find a good quality product, and use it as
directed.
Please before you start ANY supplement, including probiotics, talk to your doctor.
Probiotics should be safe for the generally healthy population to consume. However
you SHOULD ALWAYS consult a physician before administering probiotics—ESPECIALLY to infants and children, people with compromised immune systems, or others
with major underlying illnesses. Read “Warning” labels and “Other Information” on
the product package. Be aware of any unexpected symptoms, and should any untoward effects occur, stop the probiotic immediately and seek medical attention.

Pacific Water Solutions
Our health is truly
dependent on the
quality and quantity
of the water we drink.
Pacific Water Solutions is a local water
filtration and purification company. Our new Alkaline
Purified under the sink Reverse Osmosis unit will provide pure water, enriched with natural minerals with a Ph
of 9.5. This true Alkaline system offers premium filtration
medias that emit far infrared rays, increases Ph and will
give your water a refreshing mineral flavor. 555 N. El
Camino Real, Ste. B, San Clemente, 949.498.9754,
www.pacificwatersolutions.com
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Why should we be taking probiotics?
Our intestines are home to about 1000 species of organisms—a proverbial “sea”
inside of us. The popular theory argues that by supplementing our diets with
probiotics, we more favorably colonize the gut with “good” microorganisms. Some
strains might promote health by digesting food, producing vitamins, preventing
infection, regulating the immune system as well as decreasing inflammatory illness. However there hasn’t been enough research on probiotics yet to answer this
question definitively, particularly in infants and children.
For example, presently probiotics are frequently used in treating stomach bugs,
having been shown to shorten the illness by about 40 hours. The fundamental
question is: Is it worth taking a pill for a few days to shorten the number of days
with diarrhea from three to two days?

I’ve read that probiotics help those who are lactose intolerant—how?
Some people who consume milk products afterwards experience discomfort. In
some of those individuals, their bodies may be unable to digest the milk sugar
lactose via the stomach’s enzyme lactase. The microbes S. themophilus and L.
bulgaricus can enhance lactose digestion and may reduce symptoms of lactose
intolerance in lactose sensitive people—but not all, or not completely. You’ll find
these two organisms in many probiotics and yogurts.
About Jon Robert Conti, MD FAAP: Dr. Conti is Board Certified in Pediatrics &
Adolescent Medicine and presently cares for patients & their families at Sea View
Pediatrics in Laguna Hills & San Clemente. To see the entire post from Dr. Conti go to
www.breezymama.com

PCH Pilates
PCH Pilates is an
ocean view studio, fully
equipped with Balanced Body equipment.
Our certified instructors are dedicated to
offering only the highest quality of Pilates
to individuals of all levels. Here are a few of the many
benefits: It is full-body fitness, creates strength without
bulking, increases flexibility and develops core strength.
Please contact us to set up your introductory session at
949.248.1993. 34085 Pacific Coast Hwy., Ste. 202,
Dana Point, 949.248.1993, www.pchpilatesandyoga.com

PLANNED PARENTHOOD

Someone you know is planning her family. Planned
Parenthood offers affordable reproductive health
services that women and men need to prevent
unintended pregnancies and planfamilies when
they’re ready — including fertility evaluations, family
planning counseling, well-woman exams, prenatal
care, Essure incision-free permanentbirth control, and
more. Make an appointment at the Mission Viejo
health center today by calling 714.922.410, or learn
more at SomeoneYouKnow.org.

A NEW YOU Your Local Resource to a Healthier LIFE…

Did you know:
The Encyclopedia
of Healing Foods says eating a mere three to five
olives a day—black or green; it doesn’t matter—can
effectively strengthen one’s blood vessels, improve
eyesight and help regenerate bodily tissues.
—Thomas “Doc” Masters

SAN CLEMENTE HEALTH
& FITNESS NETWORK
SCHFN is a full
service health advocacy company that
offers private and
small group fitness and nutrition training and counseling
for adults of all ages and youth athletes. Health advocacy
also includes reparative exercise therapy post injury or
surgery, and spiritual guidance for stress reduction. If
you’ve ever been confused about the best way to stay
healthy the longest, explore health advocacy. Live Above,
Live Beyond! For a free consultation, call 949.429.0339
or visit us at www.schfninc.com. 111 Avenida Vista Montana, San Clemente, 949.429.0339, www.schfninc.com.

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
RESEARCH
Southern California
Research provides patients
direct access to cutting
edge clinical trials. Our
common areas of research
include allergies, asthma and skin conditions. We also
conduct clinical trials in gout and COPD. Our expert
physicians and research staff provide compassionate, patient centered care. When patients qualify for studies the
care they receive is paid for by the study. We are always
looking for new volunteers who would like to participate
in clinical research studies. Call us at 949.347.8700 ext.
1800 or visit www.socalallergy.com/research-studies.

SPORT CLIPS
The Ultimate
Haircut Experience for Men
and Boys.The
Sport Clips
experience includes Sports on TV, Precision Haircut,
Legendary Hot Steamed Towel, Soothing Massaging
Shampoo, Leave-in Conditioner, and a Relaxing Neck
and Shoulder Massage. Our stylists are consistently
trained to cut the latest men’s hairstyles and will work
to get your hair just the way you want it, all the while
in a comfortable, relaxed guy’s environment. It’s what
we call the MVP TREATMENT! 638 Camino de los
Mares, F100, San Clemente, 949.276.8200,
www.haircutmensanclementeca.com

A NEW YOU Your Local Resource to a Healthier LIFE…
SWIFT HEALTH CHIROPRACTIC
Do you have Functional
Misalignment causing nerve
pressure? At Swift Health
Chiropractic, we specialize in
Segmental Correction. Our
technique allows us to correct
structural misalignment that
may be causing nerve pressure and your symptoms. We
use six different objective diagnostic tests to identify
functional misalignments and make sure that we are
correctly identifying the areas that may be causing nerve
irritation. 3551 Camino Mira Costa, Ste. A, San Clemente,
949.751.4000, www.swifthealthchiropractic.com

TOTAL TRAINER
Tired of losing
weight only to gain
it all back later?
It’s time to transform your body from a fat storer to a
fat burner. You get a personalized blueprint combining
Nutrition, Exercise, Body Chemistry and Supplementation from your Certified Metabolic Advisor and the
TotalTrainer software. No gimmicks, no miracle-in-abottle pills or shots – just remarkable results! Visit us at
www.gototaltrainer.com. Call 949.293.1055 today to take
advantage of our introductory pricing: only $149 gets you
started!

WHITE LOTUS DAY SPA
White Lotus Day Spa has a
passionate commitment to
wellness and beauty and offers
the finest in organic and natural skin care. Our skincare
goal is to keep the skin in
optimum health to slow aging
and help correct problems
such as acne, hyper-pigmentation and rosacea. Therapeutic massage performed by skilled therapists are also
offered. During the month of November we are offering
a facial infusion non-acid peel, micro-current facial, or
a 90 min. Signature Eminence. 24582 Del Prado, Ste. F,
Dana Point, 949.496.2977, www.whitelotusdayspa.com

ZIA THREADING
Threading is a hair removal
technique that uses 100% cotton thread. The cotton thread
is twisted and rolled along the
surface of the skin entwining the hairs in the thread,
which are then lifted quickly
from the follicle. It’s 100% Organic and is more precise
than waxing – $8.00 for eyebrow threading; $28.00 for
full face threading. 638 Camino de los Mares, C-110, San
Clemente, 949.481.6200, www.ziathreading.com

Putting Your Best Foot Forward
Whether running or walking, ﬁnding the right footwear is paramount
BY THOMAS “DOC” MASTERS

Some of us see a new trail and we’ll give everyone
whiplash in the car pulling over to check it out. Some
of us just like to walk. Whatever your speed; never take
shortcuts when buying your shoes.
Go straight to the experts at a running specialty store.
Don’t be in a hurry, because the person who ﬁts your
shoes should ask questions, do some tests and have
a few options to try. Wash your feet, wear a clean pair
of socks, bring a smoothie or a latte and enjoy the
process. There is no “best” shoe; there is only the best
shoe for you.
It is important to know what your foot is doing throughout your stride, not just how long and wide it is. Eventhough you may not be a runner, you do spend a large portion of your life on your feet. If your feet aren’t happy
the rest of your body can’t be.
Your foot should be measured in the standing position. Your running shoes are usually ﬁt one half to a full size
bigger than your regular shoe size because your feet will swell when you run or walk.
Your ﬁtter should also do a running/walking analysis for you. The salesperson should watch you run and walk
in the shoes and observe your balance and movement. They’ll determine whether you’re over-pronating (your
foot rolls inward) or supinating (your foot rolls outward) when your foot strikes the ground.
High arches and ﬂat feet are also a consideration. You should be asked questions about what type of walking/
running you do, how often and where you do it.
After your ﬁtting, resist the urge to impulse buy. These are lean economic times for most of us. Once you are
set with the ﬁt, brand and style of the shoes that best suits your needs, shop around. You will be amazed to
ﬁnd just how much prices vary between stores. You are the consumer and you are in charge. Don’t forget it.
Ask about multiple shoe discounts, or referral discount programs. Shop the internet. If you are not married to a
special color you can get as much as 50 percent off. With most shoes running in the $100-plus range, savings
can be substantial—especially for families.
Walking or running, it’s your choice, your pace. Just do it in a good pair of custom ﬁt shoes and save yourself
some nagging injuries down the road. Good luck.
Thomas “Doc” Masters is a local certiﬁed personal trainer and wellness professional. A graduate of Arizona State
University in physical education, he is the owner of Flex-Appeal, a wellness company specializing in seniors’ ﬁtness,
personal training, group ﬁtness, athletic training and nutritional consulting. Thomas was dubbed “Doc” many years
ago by his sailing crew after tending to the many bumps, bruises, strains and sprains of his fellow crew members. Doc
is a life long resident of Orange County and has operated Flex-Appeal in Newport Beach and Dana Point for over 20
years. He also publishes a ﬁtness and nutrition website at www.docsﬁtnesstips.com and offers no cost introductory
nutritional consultation or training sessions. Doc can be reached by phone at 949.443.0133.

Did you know: Your “CORE” musculature includes much more than just abdominals? CORE
actually extends from the top of your head to your fingertips and all the way to your toes!
Did you know: There are six damaging ways that constant stress makes you and keeps you fat? To reduce your weight, you
have to start reducing stress! —Austin Gregory Johns
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SUDOKU
by Myles Mellor
Each Sudoku puzzle consists of a 9X9 grid that has been
subdivided into nine smaller grids of 3X3 squares. To
solve the puzzle, each row, column and box must contain
each of the numbers 1 to 9. Puzzles come in three grades:
easy, medium and difficult. Level: Medium
Last week’s solution:

The Importance of Moving on after Losing Love
E
arlier this month,
I wrote a column
about Susan, 56,
who was angry and bitter
that her husband repeatedly cheated on her before
dumping her after 31 years
of marriage. In the article,
Susan said she was too
On Life and
Love After 50 damaged and too hurt to
By Tom Blake
ever love again.
“I will not allow anyone to get close to
me and I will never be vulnerable again. No
one will ever know everything about me,
my friends, my interests, my belongings,”
Susan stated.
Column readers responded with advice
for Susan. But it’s also advice for anyone
who has been hurt in a relationship. Several
of the more meaningful comments follow.
Mindy said, “My advice would be not to
let Susan’s ex-husband still control her life,
dictate her future thoughts, behaviors, and
actions. Does she really want to give him
that much power? She should have a dumping day.
“Once and for all dump his fanny; she
might stand a chance to really live, maybe

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for the first time.”
Marta said, “Susan, you are giving too
much power to one person. He is only
one man on the planet—you can’t let one
loser change your ability to love, you
have many good years left, and there are
good men around.”
Pat, “The longer Susan resists any new
relationship, she is giving her ex power
over her life. I’ve been divorced and
widowed, loving again was the last thing
on my mind after each. I’m now in a longterm committed relationship for seven
years. We liked each other first and then
fell in love. Lucky? Maybe, but we were
both open to finding someone special.”
Jan gave sage advice: “Susan needs to
forgive. Her anger and bitterness is affecting her physical and emotional health.
She says she can’t help it, but she can.
Whatever life she lives now is not her
ex’s fault—it is now all hers. She is the
only one responsible for how she reacts
to people and things, for what she holds
inside, for what she cuts out of her life,
for deciding to remain damaged indefinitely and especially whether she wants
to be happy.

“I watched my mother who remained
divorced until her death wrap herself
around a cloak of bitterness, and I have
other friends in their 50s who have decided the same thing. It didn’t just affect
her or my friends—it affects everyone
around them, because the bitterness and
unhappiness spills out. You find yourself
walking on egg shells around certain
conversations, to avoid the unpleasant
comments.
“The first thing I did after my husband
split was to get a good therapist to help
me move forward as quickly as possible.
I didn’t want to waste one more minute
of hurting or caring about someone who
had already moved on and didn’t care
about me. It’s a process and a choice, and
I choose to be happy!”
Gloria said, “At this stage in life, we all
have baggage. It’s not the baggage, but
what we choose to do with it that makes a
difference.”
Gale pointed out what can happen to
people when they get rid of their anger:
“I was married for many years to an
alcoholic who one day out of the blue
declared, ‘I’m tired of working on the

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marriage.’ Of course, he never went to
one AA meeting! He had someone else
on the side also. We divorced.
“I moved to another state, met the love
of my life, and had eight wonderful years
with him before he passed away three
years ago. If I had let that ex influence
my feelings about men, I’d never have
met and married my Ian. They were the
best years of my life.”
Dan summed up all of this wonderful
advice by sharing, “The best advice I
ever received, to get rid of years of pain
and anger was from my priest: ‘Forgive
them.’
“You don’t have to like what was done
or like them but you won’t find peace until you forgive them. Then you can move
on and love yourself and perhaps another
again. It isn’t easy, but it works.”
For all who have been hurt in a relationship, it’s better to forgive and let go.
Tom Blake is a Dana Point business
owner and San Clemente resident who has
authored books on middle-aged dating.
To comment on his column, email him at
TompBlake@gmail.com. See his website at
www.FindingLoveAfter50.com SC

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SPORTS

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& OUTDOORS
STORIES, SCORES, SCHEDULES & MORE

SC

5 BEST BETS
WATER POLO

FOOTBALL

GIRLS TENNIS

CROSS COUNTRY

HOCKEY

Tritons vs. Diablos,
Mission Viejo High

Tritons vs. Diablos,
Mission Viejo High

SCL Prelims,
LN Racquet Club

SCL Finals, Irvine
Regional Park

Oilers vs. Kings,
Staples Center

October 27, 5 p.m.

October 28, 7 p.m.

November 1, noon

November 3, 1 p.m.

November 3, 7:30 p.m.

The San Clemente boys
water polo team take on
Mission Viejo in fast-paced
water polo action. Info:

San Clemente heads
north with its 8-0 record
on the line as the Tritons
prep for their biggest
test yet—the Mission
Viejo Diablos.

The Lady Tritons travel
to take on their South
Coast League cohorts as
the girls are set to serve
up a slew of points in
order to make the ﬁnals
on November 2.

All levels of San
Clemente’s cross country
team make a break for
the course in Irvine in
hopes of legging out a
league title when the
dust settles.

The Los Angeles Kings hit
up home ice after several
games on the road in an
effort to dispatch the visiting Edmonton Oilers.

Info: www.sctritons.com

Info: www.sctritons.com

www.sctritonathletics.com

Info: www.sctritons.com

Info: www.kings.nhl.com

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By David Zimmerle

Triton
Report

FOOTBALL • The second-ranked San

Clemente Tritons beat out cross town rival
Dana Hills in their second league game
of the season. It was Homecoming for the
Tritons, and they did not disappoint as they
dominated the Dolphins 35-10.
The win moves the Tritons to 8-0 and this
season, while the Dolphins drop to 3-5.
The Tritons opened the game with a
nine-play, 80-yard drive that culminated into
a three-yard touchdown run by halfback
Mike Elespuru that put them up 7-0.
Elespuru rushed for 146 yards on 20 carriers along with a pair of touchdowns.
Dana Hills held the light briefly, but
San Clemente proved why they were the
second-ranked team in the Pac-5 Division and answered with another 80-yard
drive. Elespuru led this offensive charge,
breaking for a 44-yard run on a third and
two on their own 28-yard line. Quarterback
Travis Wilson displayed his athleticism and
willingness to give his all as he hurdled a
Dana Hills defender on a third and nine
play, as he picked up 16 yards for the first
down in the red zone. Elespuru took it into
the end zone from eight yards out and put
the Tritons back up 14-10.
Wilson had a big night, completing 11 of
his 18 passes for 205 yards, rushed for 47
yards and threw two touchdowns, but also
recorded an interception.
Join the broadcast crew of Rich Corder,
Ben Villa and Bill Edwards for the eighth
season of Friday Night Live–as-it-happens
internet video coverage of San Clemente
Triton Football. Tune in 15 minutes prior to
the start of every game at www.schsfnl.com
and enjoy the show. —Cheynne Lee

BOYS AND GIRLS CROSS COUNTRY • All levels for San Clemente High’s
cross country team competed at the Mt.

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SAC Invite on October 22. The girls
varsity team ended up taking second
place with 82 points behind Marina High
(first place, 76 points) and in front of
third place Warren High (134) in the
varsity Heat 5 No. 65 race. Melissa Eisele
(19:07), Molly Mann (19:07), Kelsey Carroll (19:16) and Grace Georgi (19:17) all
finished in the top 25 for San Clemente.
The boys varsity team finished in 12th
place with 298 points in the Heat 5 No.
59 race as Burroughs High (82 points),
Fountain Valley High (90) and Capo
Valley (161) all took the top three spots,
respectively.
Next 7 days: Nov. 3 at *SCL Finals at
Irvine Regional Park, 1 p.m.

GIRLS GOLF • The Lady Tritons (1-61 SCL, 4-9-1) couldn’t break through for
a title win while playing through several
rounds at the South Coast League Finals
at SC Municipal Golf Course October
17-18. But it was Dana Hills senior Avery
French who outshot the rest of the field
en route to a second consecutive South
Coast League title by 17 strokes. French
finished the 36-hole tournament on
October 18 with a 2-under-par 144 after
posting a 72 in both the first and second
rounds. Aliso Niguel’s Joo Seo finished
second after carding a 161 with Haley
Fuller (Trabuco Hills) taking third after
posting a 162.
Next 7 days: Oct. 27 at CIF Team
Divisional at El Prado GC, TBA; Oct. 31
at CIF Individual Regional at Recreation
Park, TBA; Nov. 3 at CIF Team Finals,
TBA

BOYS WATER POLO • Coming off

GIRLS TENNIS • The No. 6 ranked

Lady Tritons traveled to take on Laguna
Hills on October 25 before closing out the
regular season with a match against Capo
Valley at home October 27.
Next 7 days: Nov. 1 at SCL Prelims at
LN Racquet Club, noon; Nov. 2 at SCL
Finals at LN Racquet Club, noon

that tough 12-10 loss to Villa Park October
14, the Tritons (3-2 SCL, 13-9) bounced
back in fine form crushing Laguna Hills
High 19-4 in a swift South Coast League
win on October 18. Derek Cousineau totaled a team high seven goals in the victory
while Scott Schneringer also put up impressive numbers, finishing with five goals
and three steals. San Clemente next faced
Dana Hills in an epic league battle and lost
a close one to the Dolphins by the final
score of 7-6. The Tritons trailed most of
the game even heading into the half down
4-3. Balanced scoring came from plenty of
its key players as Cousineau, Schneringer,
Derek Richens and Russell Taylor each
finished with one goal apiece, while Robby
Stiefel led the game with two goals scored.
The Tritons couldn’t regroup from the
loss to Dana Hills in its next game losing
14-10 to University in nonleague action on
October 22. Despite trailing only 8-7 at the
half, San Clemente was outscored 6-3 in
the final two periods of play en route to the
loss. Joe Hanacek led the Tritons on the
night with four goals.
San Clemente went on to face El Toro
at home on October 25 followed by a road
game against Mission Viejo on October 27.
Next 7 days: Nov. 3 vs. *Laguna Hills, 4
p.m.

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SCOR E BOAR D
BASEBALL
SCHS BASEBALL TEAM HOLDING
CHRISTMAS TREE FUNDRAISER
The San Clemente High School
baseball team is getting ready for its
upcoming Christmas tree fundraiser.
Players and parents are graciously asking the community to purchase their
Christmas trees and wreaths from the
team this holiday season. All trees and
wreaths will be freshly cut and delivered
from Oregon to San Clemente High for
delivery on December 3. Orders must be
placed by November 4. More information is available from Jodi Atkinson at
949.291.4416.

TRIATHLON
SANDEN TAKES SECOND
On October 2, San Clemente’s Beth
Sanden wrapped up a grueling day at
the Mission Bay Triathlon in San Diego
with a second place ﬁnish.

LACROSSE
TRITONS PRIMED FOR FIRST-EVER
‘CASINO NIGHT’ EVENT
San Clemente High’s boys lacrosse
team invites the public to participate in
its ﬁrst-ever fundraiser—”Back Room
Casino Night” on November 11 at
Talega Golf Club. The poker tournament
requires a $100 buy-in and will be professionally run by the “Vegas Knights.”
Buy-ins include $2,000 worth of poker
chips, one drink ticket and food.
The event promises fun for all in
attendance with rafﬂe items to bid on
that include wine tasting trips, shopping and dancing excursions and much
more. Those who want to gamble but
do not want to participate in the poker
tournament are asked to pay $25, which
includes $50 in casino chips, one wine
tasting and food. For ticket information,
visit www.schslax.org.

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SCOOP ON THE LOCAL SURF COMMUNITY

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Grom of the WEEK Lucas Taub
Age: 14, Marco Forster Middle School
Lucas Taub is looking forward to competing for his school surf team at the
first Scholastic Surf Series contest of the season October 29 at 9th Street in
Huntington Beach. A second year team member, Lucas competes exclusively
in the shortboard division and is hoping to continue team surfing next year
as a freshman at Dana Hills High School and beyond in college—hopefully
for UC Santa Barbara or UC San Diego. Lucas is thinking that after college
he may want to pursue a career in law enforcement. This season, Lucas
is competing in the 10-event WSA Gatorade Championship Tour. He also
Lucas Taub. Photo by Jack McDaniel/949foto.com
enjoys surfing Christian Surfing Federation contests and the San Clemente
Ocean Fest where this year he earned a second place trophy in the Boys 11-14 division. Last summer Lucas’ surf travels
took him to El Salvador and he is planning a trip this December to surf in Costa Rica. He hopes to someday check out
the waves in South Africa. Lucas is also bilingual. Having dual citizenship in the U.S. and Brazil, he is fluent in Portuguese
and travels there twice a year. Lucas intends to continue working hard on improving his surfing in hopes of breaking into
the Pro Junior ranks in high school and continue on to professional competition. Lucas is a hardworking student with
a 3.8 GPA and is especially enjoying his wood shop class. Lucas also enjoys computers. When not surfing the waves,
Lucas enjoys surfing the internet—especially Facebook.—Andrea Swayne

Top seed Lindsay Steinriede of Dana Point won her first heat at the SWATCH Girls Pro in China on
October 26. Photo courtesy ASP/Will

Andrea Swayne
San Clemente Times

D

ana Point-based professional
longboard surfer Lindsay Steinriede
shined October 26, the opening
day of competition at the first ever
SWATCH Girls Pro at Riyuewan Bay,

San Clemente Times October 27–November 2, 2011

Hainan Island, China.
Steinriede’s mix of classic style and
modern progressive surfing earned her one
of the highest wave scores of the day—8.25
(out of 10)—on her way to a first round
victory over Taiwan’s Wen Ling Chou.
“I was a little nervous because I know
the conditions can be tough out there,”
Steinriede said in and Association of Surfing

Professionals interview following her heat.
“On my first wave I was definitely a little jittery, I’d been waiting a while and was excited
to get out there. It’s also awhile between
events and I have a full-time job so you have
to switch competition mode off for a little bit,
but it doesn’t take long to turn it back on.”
Steinriede is set to face Coline Menard of
France in Round 2 on October 27.
The SWATCH Girls Pro is the second of

UPCOMING EVENTS
October 29: SSS Orange County Middle and
High School Event No. 1, Huntington Beach,
9th Street
October 29: NSSA Southwest Conference
Explorer Event No. 3, San Diego, San Fernando
Place
October 29-30: 12th Annual Cosmic Creek
Retro Surf Contest, Dana Point, Salt Creek
Beach
two contests that make up the ASP Women’s World Longboard Tour that will crown
the 2011 champion.
Steinriede, is a top contender for the title
having won the first event—Roxy Pro Biarritz at La Cote de Basques, France on July
16. Her win in France sent her to the number one spot on the ASP World rankings.
For more information visit www.aspworldtour.com and www.swatchgirlspro.com. SC